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Rancho Penasquitos

California, United States · North America

About Rancho Penasquitos

Rancho Penasquitos works well as a base: 10 minutes from Mira Mesa, 19km from San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

Rancho Penasquitos is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 60,000, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Rancho Penasquitos sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Rancho Penasquitos to your route.

About Rancho Penasquitos

Rancho Peñasquitos is a suburban community in northeastern San Diego, California. It is named after the first Mexican land grant in San Diego County, Rancho Santa Maria de Los Peñasquitos. (Peñasquitos is Spanish for "little cliffs".) The community abuts Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve, an open space preserve that

Read more offers hiking, biking, and equestrian trails. The community is commonly abbreviated "PQ." The population of Rancho Peñasquitos is approximately 60,000. it is located in ZIP Code 92129. The telephone area codes are 619 and 858.

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Where is Rancho Penasquitos located?

Rancho Penasquitos is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 32.9595 latitude, -117.1153 longitude.

What is the population of Rancho Penasquitos?

Rancho Penasquitos has a population of approximately 60,000 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
60,000
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
32.9595, -117.1153

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Rancho Penasquitos

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

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San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Expansive wildlife sanctuary in Escondido where animals roam in vast open-range enclosures mimicking their native habitats.

19 km · about 20 min drive

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SeaWorld San Diego

Southern California's marine life park offering animal experiences, aquarium exhibits, and amusement rides.

24 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

San Diego Zoo

World-renowned zoo in Balboa Park home to over 12,000 animals of more than 650 species in naturalistic habitats.

25 km · about 30 min drive

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LEGOLAND California

Carlsbad theme park designed for families with children aged 2–12, featuring over 60 LEGO-themed rides and attractions.

26 km · about 30 min drive

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18 km awayPop. 151,038

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